Sea-Dweller 126600 reviews

[Carbon Summit]

I did a search but didn't find anything.

Looking to get a Sea-Dweller 126600 and am wondering which rep is the way to go. I'm tempted buy the ARF V3 because I love their bracelets but wonder how it compares to the Noobs?
Intime currently has Noob V8 and V10 126600.

So I'm looking for insight from people about each of them. The Noob V10 has the 3235, the Noob V8 has the 2836, and the ARF has the 2824 according to Intime's website. The V10 is the most expensive, and the V8 is the cheapest.

Which movement really doesn't matter as long as it is reliable. I'm wanting a watch that looks great OOTB since I have zero watchmaking skills!

I'm thinking either the V8 because of price or the ARF V3 because I know the quality of the bracelet from owning other ARFs. The ARF is $160 more.

 

[jack_sparrow]

There's actually a whole thread about a hybrid made from both the noob and the ARF. If you're not looking to mod, I would say the ARF V3 is best OOTB

Here's the link on the comparison https://forum.replica-watch.info/fo...attle-of-the-sd43-s-126600-arf-v3-vs-noob-v10

 

[dc2_bb6_cu2]

Just got my ARF V3. Absolutely superb OOTB

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[Carbon Summit]

There's actually a whole thread about a hybrid made from both the noob and the ARF. If you're not looking to mod, I would say the ARF V3 is best OOTB

Here's the link on the comparison https://forum.replica-watch.info/fo...attle-of-the-sd43-s-126600-arf-v3-vs-noob-v10

The search engine must still be having issues, that's exactly what I was looking for!!!

 

[GrandmasterChime]

Facts
noob - better dial, markers, lume colour, bezel teeth, insert 2836 movement instant date change

Arf - better bracelet, better cyclops

 

[m5smg2]

https://forum.replica-watch.info/fo.../330863-arf-sd43-904l-126600-review-many-pics

 

[Sundek]

Just got my ARF V3. Absolutely superb OOTB

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I can confirm
Amazing watch


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[jack_sparrow]

Just got my ARF V3. Absolutely superb OOTB

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Mine came great too, but I'm getting a gen crystal for it nonetheless!

 

[Naths63]

If you find a source for a gem crystal let me know????????...cheers


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[Naths63]

If you find a source for a gem crystal let me know????????...cheers


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Gen not gem lol


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[muiramas]

Facts
noob - better dial, markers, lume colour, bezel teeth, insert 2836 movement instant date change

Arf - better bracelet, better cyclops

Fact - ARF is much better built - the Noob feels like a toy.

 

[GrandmasterChime]

Fact - ARF is much better built - the Noob feels like a toy.

I'm sure the arf is a good watch but for me the inaccuracies from gen are right in your face., you cant miss them The noob does not feel like a toy

 

[domiffm]

Get the ARF!

 

[dc2_bb6_cu2]

Mine came great too, but I'm getting a gen crystal for it nonetheless!

I’ve been on the hunt for a gen crystal as well. Any advice?


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[YellowFin]

I did a search but didn't find anything.

Here's a review of mine. The build quality is top notch. Wouldn't visit a Rolex AD with it, but no one will be able to spot it in everyday life...

https://forum.replica-watch.info/fo...889-arf-sea-dweller-43mm-126600-review-macros

 

[SS72]

ARF v3. I like it, but the fat CGs and poor SEL fit is very obvious to me.
All mechanics of the watch feel great -- crown-tube threading feels smooth, the stem engages each setting position nicely, winding the watch feels and sounds smooth, glidelock feels nice/works same as my gen, bezel click feels and sounds like my gen, and time is consistently accurate. I'm happy with the date wheel on mine, too.

 

[jack_sparrow]

If you find a source for a gem crystal let me know????????...cheers


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The SD 43 gen crystal is quite hard to get, I got mine from Interaktiv, greatly recommended! You can find follow this link to PM him and enquire.

https://forum.replica-watch.info/fo...ck_sparrow-gen-sd43-crystal-ref-b25-7003-1-c1

 

[jack_sparrow]

I’ve been on the hunt for a gen crystal as well. Any advice?


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Yes, check my reply above!

 

[SD43]

New member here with a 2 month old Noob SD 126600 from Trusty. Great watch and happy so far, but I’m very disappointed in the bezel insert. The numbers and markings are not a bright white and look grey in low lighting. Any suggestions where to find a nice insert? I need to bring my timepiece back to life! Thanks for any suggestions.

 

[GrandmasterChime]

New member here with a 2 month old Noob SD 126600 from Trusty. Great watch and happy so far, but I’m very disappointed in the bezel insert. The numbers and markings are not a bright white and look grey in low lighting. Any suggestions where to find a nice insert? I need to bring my timepiece back to life! Thanks for any suggestions.

They aren't meant to be bright white. Clean it with a toothbrush and some detergent